Life Matters - Separate stories podcast

Gilles Gignac, an Associate Professor of Psychological Science, reveals that mental functioning peaks between 55 and 60 years old. He discusses how traits like wisdom and emotional stability improve with age, enhancing overall decision-making. Dr. Stephanie Ward, a Geriatrician and health commentator, highlights that happiness and wellbeing also rise in later life, emphasizing the value of older workers. Together, they challenge ageism, advocating for mixed-age environments to benefit from diverse perspectives and strengths.

A new report by the Australian Human Rights Commission and the Australian Human Resources Institute found almost one quarter of HR professionals now classify workers aged 51 to 55 as "older".Two years ago, only 10 per cent of recruiters took that view.So, what does it mean to be an "older" person in the workplace?

Do you love taking photos? Well, it's doing more for you than you might think. Whether it’s snapping your dog, the sky at sunset, or your grandkids pulling faces, photography helps us slow down and really see the moment. It gets us out of the house, sparks conversations, and reminds us that our lives are full of small, beautiful things. So think about the last photo you took that made you smile.

Billionaires have entered the space race, and now they're funding a different kind of race—one against time itself.Currently, a $101 million prize is on the table for the entrepreneur who can create an elixir of youth.So, as billionaires line up at the fountain of youth. How are those without a billion dollars in the bank trying to cash in on this new medical frontier?

We're asking your favourite Australians about their relationship with money in our new series 'My Two Cents'.He's got all the answers to your science questions, but what does he know about managing money? Hear Dr Karl's my two cents.

When dating someone new, it can feel wonderful to get swept up in feelings of lust and delight. So, what happens when you get a warning to tread a little more carefully?

Made famous by American author and podcast host Mel Robbins, the viral self-help mantra 'just let them' is about letting go in situations you can't control.  But is there any substance behind the phrase?

Despite progress, women’s sport still battles for visibility.Experts say issues like low pay, poor scheduling, and weak infrastructure are stalling professionalisation, with ripple effects felt all the way down to community sport.

Running a marathon, a half-marathon, even a 5K, is no small thing. The training, the early mornings, the commitment can take a lot out of you.Now, imagine doing it without being able to see.For blind and vision-impaired runners, it's a whole different level of difficult.But a Sydney running club is making it possible - pairing vision-impaired runners with specially trained guides.

While lots of us will be spending the holidays horizontal for days on end, a brave subset of Aussies use their time off to enjoy extreme sports - skiing, paragliding, rock-climbing. So, why do some people love the thrill of extreme sports like sky diving and free climbing, while others shy away from roller-coasters?